 | CHILDREN'S MORNING | | | BUY TICKETS | CHILDREN'S MORNING| Venue: | Clearview - 62nd and Broadway | | Show Time: | 11:00am - 1:00pm | General Admission:
$13.00 (Online) and $15.00 (At the Door) | $13.00 |  | Child Admission:
Children 7 and under (To ensure seat count please purchase) | $0.00 | | | General Admission: | $0.00 | |
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| PUNAM
Nepal / SAIFF Premiere
NepaliDirector:
Lucian Muntean
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When her mother died four years earlier, Punam was forced to become mother to her younger brother and sister. While her father works from day until night, Punam takes care of the house but dreams of one day having a better life for her and her siblings. A small school, which only some can afford, is their one chance for survival and the answer to her dreams.
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| SAMANALA THATU (BUTTERFLY WINGS)
Sri Lanka / U.S. Premiere
SinhalaDirector:
Somarante Dissanayake
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Sira is a 10 year old boy whose family makes their living by singing and dancing on the street. He has a physically handicapped young sister and a father suffering from heart disease who ignores treatment because of cost. He half heartedly participates in the family business always dreaming of owning a bike. After unexpectedly receiving a large amount of money from a foreigner he returns home happily knowing that he has enough money to buy his dream bike but his father is now in the hospital.
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Presented by:
Adhikaar & Kahani
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| IN HONOR OF THE PAKISTAN EARTHQUAKE | | | BUY TICKETS | IN HONOR OF THE PAKISTAN EARTHQUAKE| Venue: | Clearview - 62nd and Broadway | | Show Time: | 2:00pm - 3:30pm | General Admission:
$13.00 (Online) and $15.00 (At the Door) | $13.00 | |
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| 7.6
U.S.A & Pakistan / World PremiereDirector:
Ali Khan
| | | Duration: 15 mins | Synopsis:
On October 8, 2005, a devastating earthquake with a 7.6 magnitude hit northern Pakistan in the region of Kashmir leaving over 75,000 people dead and millions homeless without the basic necessities of life. Ali Khan, an artist and filmmaker from New York City, began a journey to teach art education to children who lived in one of many refugee camps as a result of the earthquake. His goal was to help these kids begin the healing process through art. This goal would lead him on a journey to help these children and share their story with the world.
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| A CRY FOR HELP
Pakistan / North America PremiereDirector:
Dr. Farooq Beg
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This documentary shows the devastation that occurred throughout Pakistan from the earthquake. From immediately after the earthquake occurred, to the display of the humanitarian aid given by people all over the world and from Pakistan itself in the weeks and months after the disaster. It shows how people can put aside their differences to help others in need.
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Presented by:
LRBT
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| CHILDREN'S AFTERNOON | | | BUY TICKETS | CHILDREN'S AFTERNOON| Venue: | AMC 19th East 6 - 890 Broadway (19th and Broadway) | | Show Time: | 3:00pm - 5:00pm | General Admission:
$13.00 (Online) and $15.00 (At the Door) | $13.00 | | Child Admission:
Children (7 and under) | $0.00 | |
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| GOING TO SCHOOL IN INDIA
India / New York PremiereDirector:
Lisa Heydlauff
| | | Duration: 38 mins | Synopsis:
Based on a series of children's books this film celebrates what it's like for kids all over India to go to school. Some, like Ramesh, live in the desert and only know it's time to go to school when their teacher reflects light off a mirror to attract their attention. Another lives in intense cold and hopes of one day going to school in the sky with the stars. The one thing they all have in common is a love of learning and a dream of going to school and making a better life for themselves and their families.
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| MYSTIC INDIA
India / New York PremiereDirector:
Keith Melton
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Carrying no maps, no food and no clothing, an 11-year old child yogi, walked alone, barefoot and bare body for 7 years through the length and breadth of India. He crossed the roaring rivers, faced ferocious animals and survived the freezing winter of the Himalayas. It is a breathtaking journey, and the heroic tales of the child’s tolerance and survival, his values of faith, friendship and fearlessness, through the eyes of an innocent child.
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Presented by:
Room to Read & CRY (Child Relief and You)
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| CLOSING NIGHT PREMIERE: IT'S A MISMATCH
New York Premiere
English | Director:
Ajmal Ahmad
Cast:
Anupam Kher
Boman Irani
Anubhav Anand
Nandana Sen
| | BUY TICKETS | CLOSING NIGHT PREMIERE: IT'S A MISMATCH| Venue: | AMC 19th East 6 - 890 Broadway (19th and Broadway) | | Show Time: | 7:00pm - 9:00pm | | Duration: |
100 mins | V.I.P. Admission:
Includes VIP After Party | $25.00 | |
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Bridging the gap between Hollywood and Bollywood, “It’s a Mismatch” takes the traditional romantic comedy musical and spices it up with style. Set amist the backdrops of the vibrant and rich culture Indian community in Amercia, “It’s a Mismatch” is a passionate view of the hilarious star-crossed romance while never forgetting the importance of family, culture, and staying true to one’s emotions.
Aman, a talented architect raised by his uncle in suburban California has all the love and care a family could offer, even if he does take it for granted. While working towards his very own American dream, he’s life takes a beautiful turn when he bumps into the perfect girl.
Everything seems perfect when Aman and Neha fall in love, but when the time comes for their families to meet each other, sparks fly. Every known disaster strikes when the hyper-vibrant Mr. Bhalla and the rigidly-conventional Mr. Patel meet and their differences hilariously apparent.
In true Romeo and Juliet fashion, Aman and Neha soon realize that it takes more than just being Indian to make the perfect “match.” They must find a way to bring their families together which leads to a comical series of misadventures of the two disapproving and faultfinding fathers.
“It’s a Mismatch” will take you take you through a unique cultural journey filled with enchantment, colors, and festivities. Join Aman, Neha, and their families as they celebrate life, love, and everything in between.
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Time Warner Cable
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| SAIFF Closing Night Event
Hotel Gansevoort | Presented by:
Time Warner Cable
| | BUY TICKETS | SAIFF Closing Night Event| Venue: | Gansevoort Hotel - 18 9th Ave (at 13th Street) | | Show Time: | - | V.I.P. Admission:
VIP Ticket for Closing Night film only! | $25.00 | |
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